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Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Jack Spear. Weeks before leaving office, President Joe Biden has had a change of heart when it comes to pardoning his son Hunter. In a statement issued by the White House, Biden said he made the decision because he felt charges against his son were politically motivated. Rachel Barkow is a New York University law professor and was a member of the U.S.
Biden initially said he would not pardon his son. Hunter Biden was convicted of illegally purchasing a gun. He also pleaded guilty to federal tax charges. California's attorney general says with President-elect Trump heading for the White House, California must go further to protect abortion access in the state. Kate Wolfe from member station Cap Radio has more.
Biden initially said he would not pardon his son. Hunter Biden was convicted of illegally purchasing a gun. He also pleaded guilty to federal tax charges. California's attorney general says with President-elect Trump heading for the White House, California must go further to protect abortion access in the state. Kate Wolfe from member station Cap Radio has more.
Federal Reserve Governor Chris Waller says he is leaning towards another interest rate cut when the Fed meets later this month. But as NPR's Scott Horsley explains, that could change if inflation proves to be more sticky.
Federal Reserve Governor Chris Waller says he is leaning towards another interest rate cut when the Fed meets later this month. But as NPR's Scott Horsley explains, that could change if inflation proves to be more sticky.
Tech sector stocks helped boost some segments of the market to new record highs. The Nasdaq was up 185 points. The S&P 500 gained 14 points today. You're listening to NPR. Turkey's foreign minister says the rapid advancement of rebels in Syria shows Syrian President Bashar al-Assad needs to reconcile with his own people and also hold a dialogue with the opposition.
Tech sector stocks helped boost some segments of the market to new record highs. The Nasdaq was up 185 points. The S&P 500 gained 14 points today. You're listening to NPR. Turkey's foreign minister says the rapid advancement of rebels in Syria shows Syrian President Bashar al-Assad needs to reconcile with his own people and also hold a dialogue with the opposition.
Turkey and Iran support opposing sides in Syria's civil war and have agreed to resume diplomatic efforts along with Russia to try to restore calm there. Insurgents launched a lightning offensive capturing almost all the country's largest city, Aleppo. That came as a major embarrassment to the Assad government. Sir Elton John says he's already blind with only limited vision in one eye.
Turkey and Iran support opposing sides in Syria's civil war and have agreed to resume diplomatic efforts along with Russia to try to restore calm there. Insurgents launched a lightning offensive capturing almost all the country's largest city, Aleppo. That came as a major embarrassment to the Assad government. Sir Elton John says he's already blind with only limited vision in one eye.
The announcement comes after the singer opened up about an eye infection, as NPR's Isabella Gomez Sarmiento reports.
The announcement comes after the singer opened up about an eye infection, as NPR's Isabella Gomez Sarmiento reports.
The movie Moana 2 brought in big box office over the Thanksgiving weekend. Studio estimates show the movie raking in $221 million in ticket sales. That was followed by the movie Wicked, which earned $117.5 million, and Gladiator 2, which took in $44 million. For an industry that's been battered by the pandemic, a Hollywood actor's strike in streaming it marked a respite. I'm Jack Spear, NPR News.
The movie Moana 2 brought in big box office over the Thanksgiving weekend. Studio estimates show the movie raking in $221 million in ticket sales. That was followed by the movie Wicked, which earned $117.5 million, and Gladiator 2, which took in $44 million. For an industry that's been battered by the pandemic, a Hollywood actor's strike in streaming it marked a respite. I'm Jack Spear, NPR News.
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Jack Spear. Many lawmakers on Capitol Hill are criticizing President Biden over his decision to sign a full and unconditional pardon for his son, Hunter, something he long insisted he would not do. San Pedro's Elena Moore reports the decision has gotten pushback from Republicans and Democrats.
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Jack Spear. Many lawmakers on Capitol Hill are criticizing President Biden over his decision to sign a full and unconditional pardon for his son, Hunter, something he long insisted he would not do. San Pedro's Elena Moore reports the decision has gotten pushback from Republicans and Democrats.
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be the next Pentagon chief was on Capitol Hill meeting with lawmakers today. That included a meeting with Alabama Republican Tommy Tuberville, who said he supports Pete Hegseth to head the DOD, despite new allegations against him.
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be the next Pentagon chief was on Capitol Hill meeting with lawmakers today. That included a meeting with Alabama Republican Tommy Tuberville, who said he supports Pete Hegseth to head the DOD, despite new allegations against him.
Today's meeting comes as more allegations of sexist behavior and alcohol problems are emerging. Hegseth was listed in the report by The New Yorker. Meanwhile, while never charged with a crime, according to his lawyer, Hegseth paid a woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her an undisclosed sum in order to protect his job as a Fox News anchor.